Reviews
Too Many Toucans
“A sunny palette of pinks, yellows, and blues complements this whimsical story about standing up for yourself—even among friends.”—Foreword Reviews View →
Beyond Seven Forests
“:Readers will quickly sympathize with the intrepid Renia and hope her remarkable story will lead these officers to mercy rather than a harsh retribution.”—Historical Novel Society View →
This Is Who I Am
“[A] heartening picture book about finding a sense of belonging. . . . Sensorial details . . . richly illuminate the speaker’s experiences, while closing passages present the protagonist as gaining confidence from a heritage of ‘fierce warriors, beautiful minds, and bold… View →
How to Be Normal
“An undercurrent of hope powers a fraught plot that probes subjects surrounding domestic coercive control in Crawford’s gritty debut. . . . Immediate-feeling first-person narration from Astrid perceptively details her profound feelings of alienation from her peers and tightly wound View →
Are Meteors the Fastest Things in Outer Space?: Discover the Science behind Meteoritics
“The engaging illustrations are artistically rendered, giving the titles a picture-book feel. . . . These books offer an engaging and thought-provoking way for educators and parents to introduce children to complex scientific fields.”—Booklist View →
How to Deal with Drug Wars
“The titles include powerful photos and important info boxes that add to the dynamic impact of these books. Together, these titles provide an accessible, balanced look at challenging issues. Perfect for classroom discussions, debate clubs, or independent reading, the 21st Century… View →
A Home on the Page
“Visually expressing the story’s emotional shifts in digital, largely shadowless illustrations that mimic graphite, pastels, and watercolor, Kim renders tumult in dense scribbles that morph into sketchbook-like renderings as Nou builds a home, and returns to serenity, by… View →
The Fluffy Futon
“A charming story with subtly fantastic illustrations.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
The Mitzvah Fairy
“The simple but impactful prose and the sweet illustrations take young readers on a journey with the Mitzvah Fairy to visit the sick, give charity, honor parents, treat creatures kindly, and do good deeds for others.”—The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle View →
Wild Mountain Ivy
“A first purchase for collections in need of stories centering young people with chronic illness.”—School Library Journal View →
99 Things to Do Before You Finish High School (Revised and Updated)
“A useful and thoughtful resource, offering a wide array of skills and ideas that encourage teens to explore, reflect, and prepare for life beyond graduation, even if they choose to take its advice with a bit of independence.”—School Library Journal View →
The Ocean's Heart: The Tiny Creatures Essential to Life
“An interesting, dynamic resource that makes complex environmental science accessible.” —School Library Journal View →
Red Stones: A Graphic Account of the Salvadoran Civil War
“This powerful graphic novel about a little-known battle in Salvadorian history needs to be on every graphic novel shelf.”—starred, School Library Journal View →
When It's Your Turn for Midnight
“In the end, [Musariri] has taken an age-old narrative—the meaning of family—and given it a wholly fresh, new look.”—Booklist View →
Beyond Seven Forests
“Impressively, McCrina has created characters with depth and complicated backstories as well as vividly describing the difficulties of life in an occupied country, a topic rarely explored in teen historical fiction.”—Booklist View →
The Power of Her Paintbrush: The Story of Theresa Bernstein
“A clear, informative book that will have readers cheering for a little-known artist who blazed her own beautiful trail.”—Booklist View →
For the Win: Poems Celebrating Phenomenal Athletes
“Each competitor is the main subject of a poem written by a different contributor, resulting in a variety of styles, voices, imagery, and themes. . . . The poems are supported by color photos and brief biographical profiles that help kids interpret language choices and poetic… View →
Tomorrow I'm in Charge!
“The animals’ exaggeratedly childish behavior will likely feel both funny and familiar to many readers, as well as offer a potential gentle teaching moment.”—Booklist View →
Dealing with Online Bullies
“The Digital Safety Smarts series offers a thoughtful, well-structured introduction to digital citizenship for upper-elementary readers navigating an online world. Filled with realistic scenarios and clear explanations that educate readers, these approachable volumes encourage kids View →
We Are Dwarf Sperm Whales!: A Graphic Guide to Cetaceans
“An inviting, fact-packed comic sure to enchant any animal-obsessed kid.”—Booklist View →
Neville's Great Escape
“Fans of Avery’s earlier book will be delighted to see Neville back and more resolute than ever, his tenacity a model for times when it’s imperative to persist. Playful storytelling and art blend for a paean to the power of determination.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Kendrick Lamar: Revolutionary in Rhymes
“This satisfying biography of Pulitzer Prize–winning hip-hop artist Lamar does an especially effective job of explaining how his musical contributions have bolstered acceptance of rap music as a crucial element of contemporary culture.”—Booklist View →
The Worm Turns Up: In Summer (Book 2)
“Friendship flourishes beautifully in this enchanting seasonal snapshot.”—Kirkus Reviews View →
Diseases Without Borders: Plagues, Pandemics, and Beyond
“An exceptionally clear and inspiring resource combining a human-centered narrative with compelling science.”—starred, Kirkus Reviews View →